NHS Neurosurgery Referral Waiting Times in London

London Independent Hospital

Updated June 2026

The typical wait to see a neurosurgeon is

2 weeks

The NHS Neurosurgery waiting list at London Independent Hospital currently has 20 patients waiting, with a typical wait of around 2 weeks from GP referral. About 10 in 10 Neurosurgery patients here are seen within 18 weeks (the NHS constitutional target is 9 in 10). London Independent Hospital is an Independent Sector provider in the London region. Waits at this hospital haven't really changed since June 2025.

12-month change

Then vs now for this department at this hospital

Jun 25Jun 26
Typical wait
2weeks
No change
How long most people wait
Seen in 18 weeks
10in 10
▲ +10.7 pts
NHS aims to see everyone this fast
People waiting
20
No change
On the waiting list right now
Waiting over a year
0
No change
Been on the list for 12+ months
10 in 10
seen within 18 weeks
The NHS tries to treat everyone this fast
20
people waiting right now
Currently on this department's list
4 weeks
long-wait time
About 1 in 12 people wait this long or longer

Wait time over time

Median wait for this department, with the national average as a dashed line.

No change

How long are people waiting?

Distribution of patients by how many weeks they've been on the waiting list.

How does this compare?

The national average wait to see a neurosurgeon is about 13 weeks. This hospital is faster than the national average.

Hospital ranking

Ranked 1st out of 45 hospitals nationally for this department

Ranked 1st out of 9 in London

What does Neurosurgery cover?

Common conditions and procedures for this department:

Brain tumour surgery
Spinal disc surgery
Nerve decompression
Carpal tunnel surgery
Spinal fusion
Hydrocephalus treatment (shunt)
Trigeminal neuralgia treatment
Deep brain stimulation

Hospital contact

Main hospital switchboard. ask to be connected to the department.

1 Beaumont Square, London, E1 4NL
020 7780 2400
NHS North East London Integrated Care Board

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the NHS Neurosurgery waiting list at London Independent Hospital?

London Independent Hospital currently has about 20 patients on its Neurosurgery waiting list. The typical wait from GP referral to first appointment is around 2 weeks.

Does London Independent Hospital meet the NHS 18-week target for Neurosurgery?

About 100% of Neurosurgery patients at London Independent Hospital are currently seen within 18 weeks of GP referral. The NHS constitutional target is 92%.

Can I choose a different hospital if the Neurosurgery wait is too long?

Yes. Under the NHS Constitution, patients in England can ask their GP to refer them to any hospital that provides NHS care. Use WaitRadar to compare Neurosurgery waiting times at other NHS hospitals near you before accepting a referral.

This is informational data, not medical advice. Always discuss referral options with your GP. Full disclaimer.